The Steelers' offense had a strong performance, but the defense, led by Mike Tomlin and Teryl Austin, struggled. As usual, the team had a hard time in a road game on Thursday Night Football against a divisional opponent.
After starting with a 10-0 lead, it seemed like the Steelers might win easily, like they did against the Cleveland Browns the previous week. However, the Bengals, led by Joe Flacco and Ja'Marr Chase, came back to win 33-31.
Death, taxes, and Mike Tomlin’s club struggling in road games on Thursday Night Football versus divisional opponents.
Author's summary: Steelers' defense struggles in road game.